Public Transport Fares Increased for Long and Medium-Distance Routes

Kathmandu. Fares for long and medium-distance (inter-provincial) public passenger vehicles have been increased. According to the new list, public transport fares have risen by a minimum of 19 rupees to a maximum of 524 rupees on various routes.

Based on the published fare list for 280 different routes, the lowest increase is 18 rupees for the Narayangadh-Kawasoti Bazaar route. Similarly, the fare for the Sindhuli-Bardibas route has increased by 19 rupees, rising from the previous 111 rupees to 130 rupees.

Meanwhile, the highest increase is 524 rupees for the route from Kathmandu-Attariya to Martadi, Bajura. Passengers on this route, which previously cost 3,132 rupees, will now have to pay 3,656 rupees. The second-highest increase is 520 rupees for the Kathmandu-Attariya-Chainpur (Bajhang) route, which has reached 3,635 rupees.

Fares for major destinations departing from the capital, Kathmandu, have also increased significantly. Passengers traveling from Kathmandu to Pokhara will now have to pay 109 rupees more, while an additional 336 rupees will be charged for travel from Kathmandu to Dhangadhi.

Vehicle Fares, How Much on Which Route? (List)